Italian Aperitivo Mixology Class with Snacks

Florence, Italy
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Duration2h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers

Overview

Discover Italy through its iconic cocktail culture in a hands-on aperitivo experience that goes beyond simply tasting drinks. Step behind the bar with a professional bar lady and explore the origins and evolution of Italian classics, from Milano-Torino and Americano to Negroni and modern interpretations.

Learn how to measure ingredients, balance flavors, understand dilution, and master essential techniques such as stirring, building, and shaking. Prepare and taste a selection of famous Italian cocktails while hearing the stories, traditions, and influences that shaped Italy’s aperitivo culture.

Start with a welcome glass of Prosecco and enjoy typical Italian aperitivo snacks throughout the experience. Relaxed, social, and interactive, the experience is perfect for both cocktail enthusiasts and beginners. It combines history, craftsmanship, storytelling, and authentic Italian flavors for a memorable experience where guests become the bartender.

What's included

  • Typical Italian Aperitivo snacks
  • Welcome glass of Prosecco Preparation and tasting of 7 iconic cocktails
  • tips

What to expect

Step behind the bar and discover the history of Italy’s most iconic cocktails in this hands-on mixology experience. Begin with a welcome glass of Prosecco as your bar lady introduces you to Italian aperitivo culture, its origins, bitter flavors, vermouth, and the influence of Milan, Turin, and Florence.

Then start mixing and learn to prepare Milano-Torino, Americano, Negroni, Negroni Sbagliato, Negroski, Boulevardier, The Italian Spritz, and your own Aperol Sour.

Along the way, learn professional techniques for measuring, balancing, diluting, stirring, building, and shaking cocktails, while discovering the stories and traditions behind each drink.

Everything is paired with typical Italian aperitivo snacks, creating a relaxed and authentic journey through Italy’s cocktail culture. By the end, you’ll have mixed and tasted a selection of iconic drinks and gained the skills to recreate them yourself.

Enjoy a fun and social experience designed for both cocktail enthusiasts and curious beginners, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions, experiment with flavors, and discover your favorite Italian classic.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please arrive at Al Parco Firenze 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. Our Staff will welcome you at the entrance and guide you to the cooking area.

End point

Please arrive at Al Parco Firenze 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. Our Staff will welcome you at the entrance and guide you to the cooking area.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Vegetarian options available

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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